Bank Care Assistant

Roseberry Care Centres; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Team environment

Career progression across 25 carehomes

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Roseberry Care Centres is seeking a Care Assistant in Bishop Auckland to support residents with personal care, activities and meals, promoting independence and quality of life.

You will assist with daily living tasks, provide companionship, and monitor wellbeing, working as part of a caring team in a local care home. Training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a care assistant or care professional
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Flexibility to work bank hours as required

Responsibilities

• Assist with washing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and continence care
• Help with mobility and transfers
• Offer companionship and a friendly presence
• Support mental and emotional well-being
• Observe and report changes in a client's physical or emotional condition

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

NVQ2 in Adult Health and Social Care

Job description

Salary: £12.80/Hour

Hours: Bank Hours

Location: Church View, 1 Main Street, South Church, England, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6SL

Closing Date: 11th November 2026

Your Role

As a Care Assistant you will support our residents in their day to day lives including providing personal care, social activities, and meals times to promote independence and maximise their quality of life.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Assist with washing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and continence care
• Help with mobility and transfers
• Offer companionship and a friendly presence
• Support mental and emotional well-being
• Observe and report changes in a client's physical or emotional condition

What We’re Looking For

• Ideally have an NVQ2 in Adult Health and Social Care
• A minimum of 1 years' experience in Care although this is not essential
• Excellent communication, listening and empathy skills
• A genuine passion for elderly care and team development
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team

What You’ll Get in Return

• Competitive pay
• Ongoing training & professional development
• Supportive, friendly team environment
• Genuine career progression across 25 care homes
• Employee Assist Programme for mental health & well-being support
• Go the Extra Mile (GEM) Awards – celebrating your amazing work
• Employee Of The Month – Appreciating our employees
• FlexEarn – access your earnings early for any extra shifts worked
• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn £200 for every successful referral

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about care, proud of your profession, and want to be part of something special— we’d love to hear from you.

Required criteria

• Previous experience working as a care assistant or care professional
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Flexibility to work bank hours as required

Desired criteria

• Experience in elderly and dementia care settings